When conducting an analysis of the numbers and layout of a commercial real estate property, would it be advisable to engage the leasing broker representing the property, or should I seek to gather comparable data and financial information online independently?

Hey @Simeon Stubblefield, When it comes to entity or trust owned properties, it's hard to find accurate data to contact the representatives or owners.

Kevin,My advise is to seek out 2-3 independent Insurance agents (they represent multiple companies) that can write in CA. 

Sense Financial who @Brett Synicky represents is a plan provider and very reputable.  

I recently became a licensed Real Estate Agent in order to get access to the MLS and get be able to represent myself, as I saw this as a good first step in my real estate journey.

I pretty much represented myself.

You probably only need 1 attorney, because of your relationship with your partner, who will represent the "seller" for title and fiduciary purposes, and as the buyer you really don't need your own unless you feel like you need to protect your interests.You absolutely should not transfer this property back to a LLC once you own it, especially in the first year as a primary residence, but also because it's completely unnecessary.

The payment will be represented on your (and their) credit with a 100% payment.  

The formula for calculating DSCR is straightforward:DSCR=NetOperatingIncome(NOI)/TotalDebtServiceNet Operating Income (NOI) represents the property's income after operating expenses.Total Debt Service includes all debt obligations, such as loan payments, property taxes, and insurance.A DSCR ratio above 1 indicates that the property's income is sufficient to cover its debt obligations, while a ratio below 1 suggests insufficient cash flow to cover debt payments.Lenders usually have specific DSCR requirements, with higher ratios indicating lower risk for the lender.

Or can I not represent myself and act only as the principal, while disclosing somewhere in the contract that I am licensed?